An ideal opportunity for anyone who is passionate about nature and looking to experience a bush holiday, whilst also learning about the unique landscape and wildlife of Africa. This course is for those who would like a more in-depth experience and understanding of the African bush, for their own personal growth. No pressure, just learning and amazement !

This fantastic course is extremely well respected within the industry, and is packed full of practical experience in the field, plus ‘classroom’ learning too. You will get to spend time in 2 different camps in some of Africa’s best game reserves in South Africa, Botswana or Victoria Falls, where wildlife is free to roam through the camp – always very exhilerating !!

You will also have the chance to take your FGASA Level 1 qualification.

Students who have attended this course, have returned to the “real world” with a different outlook on life. Some have taken this new outlook into their day-to-day lives, and others have completely changed their lives and careers.

This world-renowned course is an intensive experience “work hard, play hard” being the motto.

The 2 month course at Shamwari is based in only one lodge, thus a slightly lower price, and is in some of the most prime and pristine areas of Shamwari’s 25,000 hectares

There is the kind of magic that happens on this course – you learn, you excel, you achieve and you have an amazing time doing it.

Additional skills are taught on this unique course, which are invaluable extras when it comes to achieving entry into a competitive job market. These include weapons handling, first aid, 4×4 driving, snake handling and wine tasting!

The ultimate training experience in Field Guiding available, giving you the best opportunity to find a job in this area.

This course is for those who are looking for a career in Field Guiding, with 6 months learning in 4 different camps across South Africa and Botswana, offering you constant stimulation to your learning, plus a 5 month lodge placement as a trainee guide.

– – – Free Petzl Head Torch, Free Polo T-shirt, and Free Fleece – – –

Work with, and learn from some of South Africa’s most experienced guides, to become a high calibre professional Field Guide, gaining FGASA Level 1, FGASA Trails Guide and FGASA 2 Theory.

You will get to track wildlife, on-foot and in game viewing vehicles. You will learn weapon handling and 4 x 4 driving skills, whilst sleeping out under the stars in the middle of the great wilderness, surrounded by wild animals.